Are we entering a Josh Hutcherson renaissance? These are his best roles

Known best for his boy-next-door charm in The Hunger Games, Josh Hutcherson now stars as the boyfriend of the year in the HBO series I Love LA.

From Peeta to leading man

Remember the guy everyone swooned over in The Hunger Games? Peeta, played by Josh Hutcherson, remains iconic years later. His boy-next-door appeal persists, boosted by his recent role in I Love LA. Born in Kentucky, Hutcherson has evolved from child prodigy to recognized leading man in Hollywood.

Versatility across genres

Hutcherson has avoided being typecast, displaying range in various genres—from action-adventure to comedy-dramas. Over time, he has carefully built a diverse filmography with notable highlights.

Career highlights

Filming a striking scene in Future Man, including an orgy scene filmed in front of his great-grandmother.
Breakout roles that helped define a generation.

I Love LA and creative vision

The HBO show is created by Rachel Sennott, who also co-wrote the comedy film Bottoms. The trailer presents a surreal, almost feverish world where salads cost $37 and customers carry protein water in baskets, evoking a disorienting, Erewhon-like atmosphere.

"The trailer feels like an Erewhon fever dream, a hellscape where salads sit at a meagre $37 and customers carry around baskets hoarded with protein water."

Author's summary: Josh Hutcherson continues to captivate audiences by evolving beyond his iconic roles, embracing diverse characters across genres and starring in the imaginative HBO series I Love LA.

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RUSSH — 2025-11-06